Outstanding 50 Alumni Club
Overview
The Outstanding 50 Alumni Club is a legacy initiative celebrating 25 years of the Outstanding 50 Asian Americans in Business Award, uniting over 1,200 honorees recognized for their leadership, innovation, and impact across industries.
The Club transforms this distinguished network into a vibrant community – dedicated to mentorship, visibility, and collective progress for the next generation of Asian American leaders.
After 25 years of honoring exceptional leaders, AABDC seeks to extend the spirit of recognition into a living network of collaboration and giving. The Alumni Club builds on three core motivations:
Legacy & Continuity
Transform individual success stories into a collective legacy that supports long-term Asian American leadership development.
Community & Engagement
Foster continuous engagement among honorees through mentorship, shared experiences, and networking opportunities.
Sustainability
Create a dedicated fund that ensures the ongoing vitality of AABDC’s programs, scholarships, and advocacy efforts.
Objectives
Stronger Network
Strengthen ongoing engagement and affinity among Outstanding 50 honorees.
Greater Visibility
Increase visibility of Asian American contributions across corporate America.
Future Leaders
Support scholarships, leadership training, and mentorship for emerging Asian American professionals.
Lasting Impact
Establish a long-term funding model for AABDC’s mission and future programming.